TWICE-BAKED MEAT LASAGNA recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
RestaurantsThe Original Vinnie's Neighborhood ItalianTWICE-BAKED MEAT LASAGNA Recipe

TWICE-BAKED MEAT LASAGNA Recipe

Time1h
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Lasagna Components

Method

Preparation Steps

1

Cook the Lasagna Noodles

Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2

Prepare the Meat Sauce

In a large skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent. Add the ground beef, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.

3

Mix the Cheese Filling

In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

4

Assemble the Lasagna

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Place a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, half of the mozzarella, and a layer of meat sauce. Repeat the layers and finish with a layer of noodles topped with remaining meat sauce and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.

5

Bake the Lasagna

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

6

Let it Rest

Once baked, remove from the oven and let the lasagna sit for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your twice-baked meat lasagna!

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